Sentinel Bluffs

Washington · Pacific Northwest

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Habitat

ForestCoastal

Best Seasons

Spring Fall

Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

April-May, September-October

About This Location

Sentinel Bluffs is a productive birding destination in Washington, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This forest and coastal habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Greater Scaup among many others. Coastal and forest habitats support impressive year-round resident species and seasonal migrants.

Location

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Notable Species

Canada Goose Mallard Greater Scaup Lesser Scaup Bufflehead

Live Bird Data

Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Nashville Warbler

Leiothlypis ruficapilla

4/12/2026Getty's Cove1 observed

Chipping Sparrow

Spizella passerina

4/8/2026Getty's Cove1 observed

Fox Sparrow (Slate-colored)

Passerella iliaca

4/8/2026Getty's Cove2 observed

Long-tailed Duck

Clangula hyemalis

4/8/2026Getty's Cove3 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Killdeer

14/11/2026

Northern Flicker

14/11/2026

American Crow

14/11/2026

Common Raven

14/11/2026

House Sparrow

14/11/2026

House Finch

14/11/2026

Western Meadowlark

44/11/2026

Northern Shoveler

24/10/2026

American Wigeon

64/10/2026

Mallard

64/10/2026

Greater Scaup

104/10/2026

Bufflehead

34/10/2026

Ring-necked Pheasant

24/10/2026

American Coot

604/10/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

24/10/2026

American White Pelican

24/10/2026

Osprey

14/10/2026

Bewick's Wren

14/10/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

14/10/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

44/10/2026

Birding Tips

1
Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.
2
Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.
3
Pack rain gear — the best birding often coincides with drizzly conditions.

Amenities

Parking

Trails

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Sentinel Bluffs for birding?▼

The best months to visit Sentinel Bluffs for birding are April-May, September-October. The best seasons are Spring and Fall.

What birds can I see at Sentinel Bluffs?▼

Notable species at Sentinel Bluffs include Canada Goose, Mallard, Greater Scaup, Lesser Scaup, Bufflehead. The area supports forest, coastal habitats.

How difficult is birding at Sentinel Bluffs?▼

Birding at Sentinel Bluffs is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.

What amenities are available at Sentinel Bluffs?▼

Sentinel Bluffs offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.